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Hi Global Minds!

Exhale – you've made it to the weekend!

Time to set those notifications to silent and breathe a little. How's your creative energy holding up?

This week has been a beautiful chaos of filming, editing, and putting together something special for all of you. Just launched a new YouTube deep-dive AND opened registration for our Free Creator Career Blueprint Workshop!

As always, I've curated this weekend's recommendations with care - because what you consume today influences what you create tomorrow. Ready for some inspiration?

XO, Jo

🎬 To watch:

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How to be a Full-Time Content Creator (I’ve done it 10 yrs)

After a decade of full-time creation, I've distilled everything I wish I'd known sooner into this comprehensive video. She's a fatty.

No fluff, just actionable insights on building sustainable income streams and authentic audience connections. If you've been wondering if creator life is viable long-term, this one's for you.

✍️ To learn:

FREE Live Workshop: The Creator Career Blueprint

With only 4 months left in 2025, it's crunch time for those creator goals you set back in January!

Join me for a *free* two-hour interactive workshop where I'll unpack a decade's worth of wisdom on attracting aligned audiences, dream collaborators, and brand partnerships that generate full-time income.

This isn't about talent, it's about recognizing your unique magic and leveraging it to finish the year strong.

It's a live class, so come hang out and share with your creative friends!

📖 To read:

Show Your Work by Austin Kleon

This small coffee table book is wildly powerful. It reminds you of the simplicity of sharing your journey with the public as a way to not only stay accountable, but to create better products and services as a result.

And how it can be way more fun. This book changed my business strategy, and it’s a game changer.

💖 I can't live without:

Sony A7IV Camera

My newest "camera child" is quickly becoming my favorite (don't tell the others). The autofocus and face tracking are TIGHT, and the Slog3 option allows for beautiful color correction.

After a few tutorials, I mastered correcting flicker, managing file sizes, and in-camera rendering for smoother editing.

While it works with built-in audio, pairing with a DJI mic and Rode lav elevates production quality to professional levels.

That's it for now! If you have a great recommendation you'd like to share, reply to this email and let me know!
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Have an introspective weekend,

Jo

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